Contradiction with Genesis 11:6
While Nehemiah 4:6 describes the people being united with a mind to work, Genesis 11:6 highlights how unity can lead to negative outcomes, such as the building of the Tower of Babel, which was against God's will.
Genesis 11:6: And the LORD said, Behold, the people [is] one, and they have all one language; and this they begin to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
Nehemiah 4:6 shows the people successfully building the wall with determination, whereas Proverbs 16:9 emphasizes that it is ultimately the Lord who directs human steps, potentially contrasting human plans with divine guidance.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:3
Nehemiah 4:6 demonstrates collective action and fulfilling responsibilities, but Matthew 23:3 criticizes people for saying one thing and not doing it, indicating a contradiction in fulfilling deeds versus mere intentions.
Matthew 23:3: All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, [that] observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not.
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Nehemiah 4:6 showcases a successful completion of plans, while James 4:13-15 warns against assuming success without considering God's will, suggesting reliance on one's own plans versus seeking divine approval.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Luke 14:28-30
Nehemiah 4:6 illustrates successful building through collective effort, whereas Luke 14:28-30 warns of the folly of beginning to build without first counting the cost and being unable to finish.
Luke 14:28-30: For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have [sufficient] to finish [it]?